Associate Scientist / Scientist I - AFS

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401K matching

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking an Associate Scientist/Scientist I to join a growing team supporting analytical testing in manufacturing biopharmaceutical products within a CDMO space.

The role emphasizes cGMP testing, data interpretation, and robust documentation, with opportunities for career advancement and involvement in stability programs, method reviews, and cross-functional collaboration. Competitive salary ranges, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on quality and safety align with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5+ years’ experience (Associate Scientist) or Master’s/PhD with relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years’ experience or Master’s with 5+ years, or PhD with 0+ years (Scientist I).
• Experience with cGMP and biotech product regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support in-process testing for manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products.
• Perform cGMP testing on product release and stability programs.
• Conduct stability trending and assist with troubleshooting and investigations.
• Document results accurately in electronic notebooks and reports.
• Assist review/approval of test methods, study protocols, and technical reports.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Scientific data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree

PhD

Job description

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact.

Position Summary

Associate Scientist/Scientist I position in a growing team that supports a variety of analytical testing in support of the manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products in a contract development and manufacturing space.

Responsibilities

• Support in-process testing in support of the manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products
• Perform cGMP testing on product release and stability programs.
• Perform stability trending, provides support for troubleshooting and laboratory investigations.
• Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of results via electronic notebook, technical documents, power point, etc.
• Provide support for the review and approval of analytical test methods, study protocols and technical reports.
• Adheres to all safety requirements and assures that departmental employees comply with required safety procedures.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• For Associate Scientist: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years’ experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience.
• For Scientist I: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6+ years' experience or Master’s degree and 5+ years' experience or PhD and 0+ years' experience.
• Experience with cGMP and biotechnology-derived product regulations a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good critical thinking and scientific skills, with a demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and clearly present complex data with conclusions.

Salary Range

Associate Scientist: $75,000 - $90,000 Scientist I: $90,000 - $110,000

Benefits

• Annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

About KBI

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit www.kbibiopharma.com.

EEO Statement

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Perks

• At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them.
• We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills.
• At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.
• If you do not see a position that matches your background, we invite you to return to our site often as positions are updated frequently.